Antonio Pizzarella
Help me obtain treatments to counter chronic pain
Hello, I'm Antonio Pizzarella and for years I've been fighting a severe neuropathic pain syndrome that has robbed me of a normal life.
In this digital archive you will find all the medical reports and clinical documentation relating to my treatment, collected in an orderly and accessible way.
It is not just a medical record: it is the testimony of a complex, real and transparent journey. I make this data available for those who follow me, for those who treat me, and for those who would like to offer their support. My story is also one of rigour, study and trust in science.
For the doctors: every file is viewable and up-to-date.
For those who support me: this is tangible proof of need and commitment.
For everyone: this is the starting point.
These are not just pieces of paper or a collection to show off, but each document has been earned through research and suffering that you cannot imagine and this sacrifice could not be wasted, it had to at least be shared in order to make my contribution and hope one day to eradicate this cruel disease.
By clicking the "Medical Reports" button, you'll be redirected to a public Google Drive folder organized by specific categories
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my story
For over 10 years, I have been living with a debilitating neurological condition that causes constant, severe, and chronic pain.
For years, I sought answers, undergoing consultations, exams, and therapies without success. The pain, which was initially localized, spread over time following a second triggering event, making even the slightest quality of life impossible. Every treatment attempt brought only temporary relief or worsened the condition.
In 2020, I was diagnosed with pudendal neuralgia and later with genital-origin CRPS, rare and devastating conditions. I underwent surgeries, infiltrations, and experimental therapies, but the pain remained an unbearable constant in my life.
After years of suffering and failed attempts, I finally have the opportunity to access innovative treatments abroad, but the costs are unsustainable. This is why I created this website: to share my story, raise awareness about this condition, and seek help to fund this chance for improvement.
Pain Localization
LEGEND:
🔴 UNBEARABLE PAIN
🟣 VISCERAL PAIN
🟢 SKIN PAIN
🟠 INTENSE PAIN
🟡 CONSTANT PAIN
THE DISEASE AND SYMPTOMS
The disease affects the pudendal nerve and is also deeply rooted in the ilioinguinal and genitofemoral nerves, as well as connecting to the sympathetic nervous system’s endings, from the superior hypogastric plexus to the genitals.
Systemic Symptoms
- Severe neuropathic pain – A burning, tight, and pressing sensation that radiates across multiple areas of the body.
- Allodynia and hypersensitivity – Even a light touch on the skin can trigger unbearable pain.
- Muscle spasms and chronic tension – Affecting the pelvic area and back, making movement or rest challenging.
- Autonomic nervous system dysfunctions – Noticeably excessive sweating on the right side of the head during periods of intense pain.
- Movement limitations – Often forced to walk continuously to relieve pain or stay in a specific position to reduce suffering.
This condition, in addition to being extremely disabling, is little known and challenging to treat.
Therapies and Treatments Attempted
Over the years, I have undergone a long and painful medical journey, trying countless therapies in the hope of finding relief. Unfortunately, none of them led to lasting improvement.
Medications
I have taken a combination of powerful drugs, including:
Antidepressants and anticonvulsants (Laroxyl, Cymbalta, Lyrica, Tegretol) to modulate neuropathic pain.
Muscle relaxants and anxiolytics (Rivotril, Valium, Sirdalud) to reduce muscle spasms.
Opioid painkillers and anesthetic injections to combat the most intense pain.
Specialized Procedures and Treatments
Pudendal nerve and ganglion impar blocks – Temporary relief, but no lasting results.
Pudendal nerve neurolysis – A complex surgical procedure with unsatisfactory outcomes.
Scrambler Therapy and TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) – Attempts to reduce pain through neuromodulation.
IV therapies with vitamins and antioxidants – No significant benefit.
The Last Hope: Innovative Treatments Abroad
After years of failed traditional treatments, I now have the opportunity to access advanced experimental therapies:
High-concentration Botox injections to reduce muscle tension and pain.
Stem cell therapies to regenerate damaged tissues.
Specialized surgical intervention for definitive nerve release.
For my full medical history, click the "My Story" button below.